Week of January 16, 2025
Week of January 16, 2025
The Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) recently released the identities of nearly a dozen attempted burglary suspects within Palisades Fire evacuation zones in Santa Monica, none of whom live in the town, police said. Six of the 10 suspects were in possession of "burglary tools," according to officials. All traveled to the disaster area from out of town. The department has arrested 39 people in evacuation zones since the start of the Palisades Fire, SMPD told Fox News. Those not charged with...
The City Council approved a request by the Equity and Human Relations Advisory Committee (EHRAC) to hold its next Courageous Conversation Event, "Spark Healing through Conversation: How the Middle East Crisis Affects Me," in February. This event is an alternative solution following requests from the community for the City to draft a Cease Fire Resolution regarding the war in Gaza. The purpose is to give community members the tools to have a productive interactive discussion. EHRAC is continuing...
West Hollywood Sheriff's deputies detained a potential looting suspect impersonating a firefighter near the Pacific Coast Highway and Coastline Drive during the Palisades Fire evacuation on Saturday, January 11. Deputies Mazariego and Herrera, stationed at a fixed post in the area, were alerted by a Getty Villa employee about a suspected burglary in progress. The employee described the suspect as wearing a yellow firefighter-style jacket and black boots, riding a red motorbike, and carrying a...
The Los Angeles County Health Officer has issued a new order in preparation for fire recovery operations and to ensure the safe removal, transport, and disposal of fire debris resulting from recent wildfires. This order aims to protect public health and safety during the cleanup process for fire debris. The devastating fires throughout Los Angeles County have caused the destruction of thousands of residences and other structures, leaving behind fire debris and ash that pose significant threats...
The below is the text of the proclamation1; PROCLAMATION Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s call to stand up against injustice and protect the most sacred tenets of democracy still rings true today more than 50 years after his passing. As we confront the many challenges our state and nation face, his powerful example is an enduring inspiration demonstrating the impact we can have by uniting across our differences. Dr. King's legacy reminds us that moral leadership does not require a person to be in...
Wednesday evening January 15, Culver City Police assisted Santa Monica Police with burglary suppression in areas of Santa Monica that were evacuated due to fire. While patrolling, Culver City Police observed a suspicious subject attempting to force his way into an evacuated apartment building. As officers approached the subject he immediately began to walk away from them. The suspect was found to have an outstanding felony warrant for vehicle theft and was arrested. Culver City Police continue...
A long-time Venetian and active community member who brings experience, dedication, and passion to her new role as chief executive officer. A fourteen-year Venice resident, Wallerstein has been deeply involved in the local community. She has served on the Venice Chamber of Commerce Board for three years, most recently as Membership Director. Karin also serves as Vice President of the Santa Monica Rotary Club, where she has led philanthropic initiatives and worked tirelessly to support that...
DoorDash Service Remains Suspended in Los Angeles Areas Impacted by Ongoing Fires Severe Weather Protocol activated for Dasher, merchant, customer safety In response to ongoing fires throughout Los Angeles County, DoorDash has activated its Severe Weather Protocol to pause operations in affected areas. DoorDash first suspended operations in impacted areas of Los Angeles and surrounding the Pacific Palisades, including Santa Monica, Westwood, Brentwood, Calabasas, Pasadena and surrounding areas...
Culver city offers curbside collection of your Christmas tree. Residents can put their tree in a green waste bin for collection on their regular refuse, recycling, and organics waste collection day. Curbside collection for Culver City until January 311.Park Your Tree program Residents can drop off their tree at the following parks: Fox Hills Park, Syd Kronenthal Park, Culver West Park, or Veterans Park. Before dropping off, residents should remove all decorations, tinsel, and stand from the...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is the only federal holiday designated by Congress as a National Day of Service. The holiday not only honors the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., but also encourages all to volunteer to improve their communities. Contact an organization in Culver City to inquire and sign up for any of their community service opportunities. Organizations can include churches, schools, non-profits, community organizations, service groups, etc. There is no minimum number of...
Due to the devastating fires that have ravaged parts of Los Angeles and the unhealthy levels of the air due to the fires the city has indefinitely postponed the celebration for today. The city plans to reschedule the celebration at a later...
Culver City officials announced temporary relocations for City Council and commission meetings during January and early February due to electronic upgrades in the Mike Balkman Council Chambers. Meetings will take place at alternative venues, with updated locations for each meeting listed below. The first relocated meeting, the City Council session, is scheduled for Monday, January 13, at the Culver City Senior Center in Rooms B45 and B47. The list of meetings and their updated locations is as...
Due to a system outage, Culver CityBus arrival predictions on NextCCBus, Google Maps, Apple Maps, and Transit App may be unreliable or unavailable through Monday, February 3rd. Culver CityBus services will continue to run. Please refer to printed schedules located on buses, the online Bus Schedules or call our live Customer Service team at (310)...
UCLA continued to expand the scope of its support for fire relief and recovery efforts throughout the Los Angeles region today, opening space at its UCLA Research Park property, a site formerly occupied by the Westside Pavilion shopping mall, for use as a disaster recovery center serving impacted residents on the city's west side. The new recovery center, at the west end of 10850 Pico Blvd., is operated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency and houses federal, state and local government...
Senator Lola Smallwood has released the following statement about Governor Newsom's proposed 2025-26 budget: "The Governor's 2025-26 budget plan reflects a fiscally responsible approach while prioritizing vital initiatives that support working families and everyday Californians. As Chair of the Senate Labor, Public Employment and Retirement Committee, I commend the Governor's efforts to propose a budget that reflects a commitment to economic development and worker health and safety. "As the...
The 40th Annual Kingdom Day Parade, originally scheduled for January 18, has been postponed until Monday February 17 prioritizing the safety and well-being of Los Angeles residents amid ongoing wildfire recovery efforts. This decision, supported by the Office of the Mayor and numerous community leaders, underscores a commitment to the city's immediate needs during this challenging time. The Kingdom Day Committee made the postponement decision to ensure that emergency resources, including fire...
Houston — All good things must come to an end. What has been a successful first season for head coach Jim Harbaugh ended with a thud in the wild-card round of the playoffs, with a blowout loss to the Houston Texans, 32-12 last Saturday in Houston. The Chargers were eliminated from the playoffs with the loss, while the Texans will move on to second round of the playoffs to face the Kansas City Chiefs. Quarterback Justin Herbert, who threw three interceptions in 17 regular season games, threw...
It's still too early in the season to call the game on Friday, a must win game for the Culver City high school boys basketball team but it is still an important game for both teams. Culver City is currently 16-2 and 2-0 in the Ocean league and Inglewood is 16-6 and 3-0 in the Ocean league. Tip off is set for 7:30 p.m. right after the Lady Centaurs play Inglewood at 6 p.m. Both games will be played at Inglewood High School. Inglewood is ranked No. 39 in California and Culver City is ranked No....
Of all the Lakers retired jerseys hanging in the rafters at the Crypto.Com Arena in downtown Los Angeles, Michael Cooper's number 21, raised into Purple and Gold immortality last Monday night is the most improbable. Coop, as he was affectionately known by his Laker teammates and Laker fans, overcame one obstacle after another in his life. With some of his former super star Laker teammates standing behind him on the court, the Los Angeles and Pasadena native watched his jersey being hung...
As the Los Angeles Lakers approach the midpoint of their season, critical decisions loom with the trade deadline on February 6. The Lakers are currently 20-17 at press time, which is good enough for seventh place and are tied with the Clippers in the loss column in the Western Conference. The Lakers find themselves at a crossroads and a fork in the road. While their record suggests a respectable start, three consecutive losses during the past week days have exposed some lingering issues. In a...
LOS ANGELES-USC safety Dennis Thurman has been named to the 22-member 2025 College Football Hall of Fame class. He is the 47th inductee with USC ties in the College Football Hall of Fame, including 36 players. A Trojan has been elected into the Hall in 16 of the past 26 years. Thurman will be inducted at a Dec. 9 dinner in Las Vegas and then enshrined at the Hall in Atlanta. His 2025 classmates include 17 other players-Wisconsin running back Montee Ball, Auburn linebacker Gregg Carr, Saint...
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If you have already filed your DBA and it needs to be published, just scan the front page of the certified copy and email it to: [email protected]. We will publish it for 4 weeks. After the final run we will file a Proof of Publication with the county clerk. Our fee is $59. Be sure to include your phone number so we can call you for payment .I need to have this information to prepare the paperwork for your DBA: 1. Name you’ve selected for your business 2. Any additional names...
